FaithQuest Perspectives
FaithQuest Perspectives
P020_092024 Rom. 1:24,26,28; 11:32 We Look To The Prison Warden
P020_092024 Rom. 1:24,26,28; 11:32 We Look To The Prison Warden
P020_092024 Rom. 1:24,26,28; 11:32 We Look To The Prison Warden
Friday 20th September 2024
Explore how faith-training in the Gospel of Christ can help intercept addictions and offer spiritual freedom in 'How it Happens with Colin Cook'.
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Episode Overview
- Humanity is trapped in a state of suppression and brokenness.
- We seek futile alternatives to fill the void left by separation from God.
- God's wrath is an act of tough love, meant to show us the futility of these alternatives.
- Faith in Jesus offers spiritual freedom despite our earthly imprisonment.
- Recognising our spiritual imprisonment allows us to lift our hearts towards God.
Mankind was born to worship. It's in his DNA.
In this episode of 'How it Happens with Colin Cook', Colin dives deep into the Book of Romans, particularly chapters 1 and 11, to discuss the human condition and our inherent brokenness. He uses a compelling metaphor of mankind living in a cage, only seeing shadows on the walls, to illustrate how humanity is trapped in a state of suppression and disconnected from God.
According to Colin, this suppression started with Adam and Eve and has continued through generations, leading us to seek alternatives to worship—whether it's alcohol, drugs, fame, or wealth. These alternatives, he argues, are futile attempts to fill the void left by our separation from God. Colin explains that God's wrath is actually an act of tough love, handing humanity over to these alternatives to make us realise their futility.
He draws a vivid picture of someone escaping the metaphorical cage, experiencing the beauty of the outside world, and returning to share this revelation—only to be met with disbelief and ridicule. This, he says, is akin to Jesus Christ's journey. The episode encourages listeners to accept their imprisonment in this broken world while finding freedom in their spirit through faith in Jesus. Colin emphasises that recognising our spiritual imprisonment allows us to lift our hearts and others' hearts towards God.
He concludes with a hopeful message: although we live in a broken world, faith in Jesus offers spiritual freedom and the promise of eventual liberation. Colin's thoughtful reflections and engaging storytelling make this episode a must-listen for anyone grappling with addiction or seeking deeper spiritual understanding. So, why not take a moment to reflect on your own journey and see how this episode might resonate with you?